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Emergency Kit Checklist


Emergency Tools & Survival Tools


Emergencies and disasters can happen anywhere and can range from small emergencies such as a building fire to a large catastrophic disaster with many casualties. While we have been encouraged to have an emergency kit on hand to provide basic emergency supplies to last for at least 72 hours (3 days), extreme disasters may require extreme emergency kits and survival gear. 3 days of self reliance might turn into 5 or 7 days. Weather conditions can range from extreme cold or heat to excessive rain.

It is clear based on recent events that first responders have to work through many logistical obstacles before they can reach the general public with necessary survival supplies.

A well stocked emergency kit should meet your basic survival needs for up to three days (72 hours) and should include survival supplies that provide for the basic survival needs. You should give careful consideration to extreme disaster or emergency situations. Click on each of these links to see checklists from the Department of Homeland Security and the American Red Cross on what should be included in each in each 72 hour survival kit. These are the two lists we use to guide our development of LifeSecure survival kits and survival supplies.

Whether you buy an emergency kit ready-assembled by an emergency preparedness company or build your own, beyond survival supply basics, you should consider supplies for extreme conditions. For instance, a person should consider the following:

  • Emergency kits that combine both extensive shelter-in-place and evacuation supplies.
  • Rechargeable shake flashlights that are shock resistant, waterproof and float.
  • Hand crank radios or solar radios that have NOAA radio bands. Some emergency radios are capable of handling 2 way radio communications. Land line phones and cell phones might not work in an extreme disaster as such these 2-way emergency radios will be needed.
  • Larger, more visible disaster survival backpacks. LifeSecure has emergency backpacks with high visibility reflectors and a built in signaling device.
  • Emergency tents that are light weight to keep you dry and out of the extreme weather.

    • It is critical to have survival gear that is light weight in case you have to evacuate. Consider how much you can realistically carry should you end up on-foot. We find that many people prefer to have a rolling backpack kit in case they need to travel on-foot for some distance. Some of these rolling survival bags convert to survival backpacks or have a shoulder strap should they have to be carried over debris or rough ground.

    One other important consideration when preparing a survival kit is the shelf-life of the survival supplies. Most people don't care to be constantly inspecting and updating their survival kits nor paying to replace outdated survival supplies. If you value the ability to "buy it once, pack it once, and forget it", make sure that you select food, water, light and communication options that will last for 4 to 5 years or more. Most commercially assembled kits provide long-shelf life options for these survival supplies. Because of their long-life, survival kits purchased from reputable emergency preparedness companies such as LifeSecure Emergency Solutions, can help to prepare a family for in the range of only $7.00 to $14.00 per person per year. That's not a lot of money to spend to secure one's family in case of a disaster.

    		 
    		Extremeâ„¢ Disaster Survival Gear

    !Extreme™ Disaster Survival Gear designed for the most extreme disasters
    including earthquakes, fires, floods, hurricanes, storms, and terrorist attacks.

    !Extreme™ Ride-Along Car Emergency Kit (50150)
    Compact car emergency kit designed to support the driver and occupants in an emergency or disaster while driving. Put your safety and comfort first with supplies that will help get you through any emergency on the road.
    $34.95
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    !Extreme 5-Person 3-Day Emergency Survival Kit (10500)
    This 5-person 3-day emergency survival kit includes a fold-flat portable toilet that stores securely in the survival backpack with other essential survival supplies. The survival backpack is designed with high-visibility markings and an LED safety signal for added safety.
    $239.95
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    !Extreme 5-Person 3-Day Easy-Roll Emergency Survival Kit (10550)
    This rolling 5-person 3-day emergency survival kit includes a fold-flat portable toilet that stores securely in the survival backpack with survival supplies. The easy-roll bag converts to a survival backpack with high-visibility markings and an LED safety signal for added safety.
    $254.95
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    Fold-Flat Portable Toilet Emergency Pack (40500)
    This Waterless Carry-Flat Portable Emergency Toilet Pack is compact, lightweight, and durable. It is easy to assemble, use and repack for future use and makes sanitation more convenient and comfortable. The reusable toilet sets up in seconds and can support up to a 275 lb. person.
    $29.95
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    !Extreme 30-Person Evacuation & Shelter-In-Place Survival Kit (10800)
    A portable emergency survival kit for evacuating up to 30 people or supporting them in place for several hours after an emergency or disaster. Emergency survival backpack with high-visibility markings and LED safety signal provides added safety in use. Portable fold-flat toilet stores in the survival backpack with other survival supplies.
    $239.95
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    !Extreme 30-Person Easy-Roll Evacuation & Shelter-In-Place Survival Kit (10850)
    A portable rolling emergency survival kit for evacuating up to 30 people or supporting them in place for several hours after a disaster. Easy-roll emergency survival backpack with high-visibility markings and LED safety signal provides added safety in use. Converts to a regular backpack. Portable fold-flat toilet stores in the survival backpack with other supplies.
    $254.95
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    !Extreme Disaster Survival Backpack (60340)
    Durable, high visibility SecurEvac emergency survival backpack with padded shoulder straps, and sternum strap for stability in motion. Designed with a 3-LED flashing safety signal, quick-find emergency identification, and 360° high-visibility reflective safety stripes.
    $29.95
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    !Extreme Disaster Survival Easy-Roll Backpack (60345)
    Durable SecurEvac emergency rolling backpack with padded shoulder straps and telescoping handle for easy transport of emergency supplies. Easily converts to a regular survival backpack and includes 3-LED flashing safety signal, quick-find emergency identification, and 360° high-visibility reflective safety stripes.
    $44.95
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    !Extreme™ Evacuation & Smoke Mask Kit (80025)
    Evacuate from fire, smoke and other disasters with the combined Personal Grab and Go Emergency Kit (80001) and Xcaper Personal Smoke Mask Kit (34125). Fits all in a durable shoulder strapped bag.
    $59.95
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    !Extreme™ Disaster & Fire Evacuation Kit (80020)
    Evacuate from fire, smoke and other disasters with the combined Personal Grab and Go Emergency Kit (80001) and Xcaper Enterprise Smoke Mask Kit (34120). Fits all in a durable shoulder strapped bag.
    $81.95
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    Xcaper Enterprise Smoke Mask Kit (34120)
    The Xcaper smoke mask delivers protection by absorbing hazardous toxins including particulate matter from smoke. Ideal for evacuations from house fires, high-rise fires and wildland fires. Includes whistle/flashlight combo. This smoke mask has a 5 year shelf life.
    $54.95
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    Xcaper Personal Smoke Mask Kit (34125)
    The Xcaper smoke mask delivers protection by absorbing hazardous toxins including particulate matter from smoke. Ideal for evacuations from house fires, high-rise fires and wildland fires. This smoke mask has a 3 year shelf life.
    $29.95
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    iEvac Fire Escape Hood (34100)
    The iEvac Fire Escape Hood has been designated as a Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and is CERTIFIED to the American National Standard for Smoke Escape Hoods, ANSI/ISEA 110-2003 Respiratory Protective Smoke Escape Device (RPED).
    $189.95
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    !Extreme™ Outdoor Skin Protection Kit (70650)
    Comprehensive skin protection kit for burns, insects, poison ivy and germs. The outdoor kit is packaged in a heavy duty zipper nylon case small enough to fit into a glove box or back pack.
    $11.95
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    !Extreme All-Season Shelter Preparedness Booster (40200)
    Increase your protection from the elements with this emergency shelter kit. Includes 2-person tent, 6-in-1 survival shovel emergency tool, and two deluxe vinyl ponchos. Add to any Grab-and-Go Kit, Easy-Roll-and-Go kit, or !Extreme survival kit.
    $44.95
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    Emergency Shelter Tube Tent (70250)
    Emergency shelter can be essential in a disaster or emergency. This emergency shelter tube tent is waterproof, light weight, and easy to set up. Provides emergency shelter for 2 people. Compact to fit in many emergency kits and survival kits.
    $5.95
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    !Extreme Cold-Weather Preparedness Booster (40300)
    Boost your protection from the cold with a 1-Person add–on pack. Includes emergency survival sleeping bag, 3 20-hour heat packs, box of waterproof matches, and waterproof fire starter sticks. Add to any Grab-and-Go or Easy-Roll-and-Go emergency kit.
    $14.95
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    Emergency Thermo-Lite 2.0 Bivvy Sack (70540)
    The Thermo-Lite 2.0 Bivvy Sack is ideal as a light weight emergency sleeping bag or survival shelter during an emergency or disaster.
    $29.95
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    Heatsheets Emergency Bivvy Sack (70542)
    This all-weather Emergency Bivvy Bag provides warmth and protection from the cold-weather elements.It is a lightweight, compact bivvy bag that will reflect up to 90% of the body's heat during an emergency or disaster.
    $14.95
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    Emergency Dynamo 15-LED Lantern: 4 Power Options (Battery, Hand-Crank, Wall & Car Adapter) (70710)
    Bright, durable, compact "pop-up" dynamo lantern that stores the lamp inside the base. 4 ways to power guarantees light in any emergency. Ideal for group lighting.
    $39.95
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    NightStick (36 LED) Flood-flashlight (70725)
    The NightStick is a flashlight, floodlight, dual light. Flashlight for long reach visibility and a wide beam floodlight to drench the work area in light. Activate both for maximum illumination while working, walking or searching. Exceptionally bright and reliable hand–held illumination.
    $29.95
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    NightStar 3 Rechargeable Shake Flashlight (70740)
    The NightStar 3 rechargeable shake flashlight is a bright, dependable and indispensable emergency flashlight. This rechargeable emergency flashlight has no batteries to charge or fail. With only one moving part, the NightStar rechargeable flashlight transforms simple motion into light. The NightStar 3 is waterproof and will float lens pointing up. Operational lifetime 50,000 hours.
    $24.95
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    NightStar CS2 Rechargeable Shake Flashlight (70750)
    The NightStar CS2 rechargeable shake flashlight is a smaller version of the NightStar 3 rechargeable flashlight. It is compact, bright, dependable and indispensible emergency flashlight. This rechargeable emergency flashlight has no batteries to charge or fail. With only one moving part, the NightStar CS2 rechargeable flashlight transforms simple motion into light. The NightStar 2 is waterproof and will float lens pointing up. Operational lifetime 50,000 hours.
    $21.95
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    !Extreme™ Hands-Free LED Headlamp (70720)
    Ultra-bright LED projects a focused 3.5 lumens beam. This lightweight (less than 1 oz) LED headlamp provides "hands-free" illumination in any emergency. Adjustable headstrap or versitile clip mount adjusts to 9 light positions.
    $9.95
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    Midland® Emergency Base Camp Radio (70970)
    The Midland XT511 is the ultimate in hand crank emergency radios. 5 power options ensure communication in an emergency. This base two way radio has 22 channel capability, NOAA weather alert, AM/FM and is GMRS and FRS compatible.
    Was $109.99
    Now only: $99.99
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    Midland® 36 Channel Two Way Radio (70980)
    Midland GXT740VP3 is a 36 channel two way radio with NOAA weather scan and alert. The radio has up to a 30 mile range in open areas. Includes rechargeable batteries and a charger. A perfect compliment for the Midland XT511 Hand Crank Emergency radio.
    $59.99
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    Midland® NOAA Emergency Weather Alert Radio (70960)
    Rugged hand crank AM/FM/NOAA weather radio with optional auto-alert broadcasts. 3 power options: A/C adapter (110v outlet), dynamo hand crank, and 3 AA batteries backup (not included) makes it ideal for emergency kits.
    Was $44.95
    Now only: $39.95
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    2-in-1 POGO (Pry Off, Gas Off) Pry Bar (72010)
    This emergency pry bar has an integrated gas valve notch and can be used to 1) remove debris, and 2) shut off gas. This combination emergency tool is lightweight (1.25 lbs), compact (15"), and durable (manganese steel).
    $9.95
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    4-in-1 Emergency Tool (72060)
    A heavy duty emergency tool that can be used to 1) shut off gas, 2) shut off water, 3) pry open doors, and 4) dig through debris. Designed and tested by professional firefighters, this light weight, compact 11", non-sparking tool can be used for the toughest emergencies.
    $12.95
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    6-in-1 Survival Shovel Emergency Tool (72050)
    This versatile emergency tool is a 1) shovel, 2) hatchet, 3) hammer, 4) saw, 5) nail puller, and 6) can opener. The push-button snap lock allows for quick tool head changes. The saw stores in handle and extends to 18 inches. The shovel is 15 inches long and includes a carrying sheath.
    $19.95
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    Rite in the Rain All-Weather Spiral Notebook (72083)
    All-Weather notebook repels water from its pages allowing notes or instructions to be taken during a wet-weather emergency. The 4 5/8" x 7" spiral notebook contains 64 numbered pages (32 sheets) of writing space.
    $6.50
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    Rite in the Rain All-Weather Tactical Black Clicker Pen (72087)
    While a pencil works well on Rite In the Rain® spiral notebooks sometimes a pen is needed. The Rite In the Rain® All-Weather Tactical Black Pen writes on wet paper and upside down in temperatures from -30F to 250F.
    $10.95
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    Aquamira Fill-n-Drink Water Filtration Bottle (70040)
    Emergency water filtration bottle (22 0z.) that filters out 99.9% of harmful Giardia, Cryptosporidium and other pathogens for clean & clear water in an emergency or disaster. Up to 230 refills with the included filter.
    $24.95
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    Aquamira Emergency Water Filtration Straw (70050)
    Emergency water filtration straw that filters 99.9% of harmful Cryptosporidium, Giardia and other pathogens. Filters up to 20 gallons.
    $9.95
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    Aquamira Water Purification Tablets - 24 Pack (70045)
    24 individually wrapped emergency water purification tablets (24) that each purify up to one liter (32oz.) of water.
    $13.95
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    4 Pack Assortment Emergency ID Bracelets (72100)
    ID On Me bracelet contains your emergency identification, medical, and family contact information. In an emergency, this bracelet is easily recognized by law enforcement and medical personnel to allow for emergency contact and critical medical decisions to be made without delay.

    To order individual (Black, Silver, Blue, or Pink) emergency bracelets, please click this Emergency ID & Information link.

    Was $54.95
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    Black Emergency ID Bracelet (72102)
    ID On Me black bracelet contains your emergency identification, medical, and family contact information. In an emergency, this bracelet is easily recognized by law enforcement and medical personnel to allow for emergency contact and critical medical decisions to be made without delay.
    Was $14.95
    Now only: $12.95
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    Blue Emergency ID Bracelet (72104)
    ID On Me blue bracelet contains your emergency identification, medical, and family contact information. In an emergency, this bracelet is easily recognized by law enforcement and medical personnel to allow for emergency contact and critical medical decisions to be made without delay.
    Was $14.95
    Now only: $12.95
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    Silver Emergency ID Bracelet (72106)
    ID On Me silver bracelet contains your emergency identification, medical, and family contact information. In an emergency, this bracelet is easily recognized by law enforcement and medical personnel to allow for emergency contact and critical medical decisions to be made without delay.
    Was $14.95
    Now only: $12.95
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    Pink Emergency ID Bracelet (72108)
    ID On Me pink bracelet contains your emergency identification, medical, and family contact information. In an emergency, this bracelet is easily recognized by law enforcement and medical personnel to allow for emergency contact and critical medical decisions to be made without delay.
    Was $14.95
    Now only: $12.95
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